Staff Accountant II (1808)

Coresite Staff Accountant II Role

At CoreSite, we empower a more connected future through high-performance data centers and interconnection solutions. Recognized as a trusted partner in digital transformation, our strategically located facilities and innovative services enable businesses to connect, collaborate, and grow in an ever-evolving technological landscape.

Our culture is defined by operational excellence and a relentless drive for innovation. We foster a collaborative environment where every team member is valued, wins are celebrated as a team, and ownership is part of our DNA. At CoreSite, we're not just building state-of-the-art infrastructurewe're creating a community of forward-thinkers committed to solving complex challenges and delivering exceptional customer experiences.

At CoreSite not only are we committed to excellence, but we also build connections, own it, do the right thing, have fun, and win as a team. Join us and be part of a team that is shaping the future of digital infrastructure while nurturing your professional growth and success.

Staff Accountant II Role :

As a member of the Company's Accounting team, the Staff Accountant II is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of financial operations for the company's owned and leased data center properties and corporate headquarters. This role includes completing accounting functional processes for multiple entities, preparing monthly journal entries, reconciling balance sheet accounts, preparing financial statements and monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting packages, including associated variance analysis of income statements and balance sheets, completing common area maintenance (CAM) reconciliations for some data center customers and obtaining an understanding of all accounting and financial reporting for these properties. The Staff Accountant II is involved in a structured monthly close process and is responsible for ensuring compliance with CoreSite's accounting policies, procedures and adhering to Sarbanes-Oxley internal controls over financial reporting (SOX 404).

Success in this role requires collaboration across departments, professional presentation and communication skills, adaptability to evolving business needs, and a proactive approach to financial analysis and reporting. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication are essential for meeting deadlines and maintaining accuracy. Beyond transactional accounting, this position requires a holistic understanding of financial concepts and accounting principles, the ability to analyze variances, identify trends, and provide meaningful insights into key business drivers.

Duties :

• Demonstrate a solid understanding of accounting principles specific to CoreSite's owned and leased real estate properties and corporate headquarters to ensure accurate financial reporting and analysis
• Prepare monthly journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, fixed asset reports, accrual analyses, and financial close packages, including income statement and balance sheet variance analyses against forecasts and historical data
• Manage assigned responsibilities within the structured month-end close process, ensuring all deliverables are accurate, complete, and finalized by the 5th business day of each month
• Maintain well-supported accounting schedules and reconciliations aligned with the general ledger and reporting requirements
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, company accounting policies, procedures, and SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley) requirements
• Proactively research and address accounting questions, seeking guidance when needed and presenting thoughtful, well-considered solutions
• Provide timely, accurate, and well-documented financial information to support external audits and quarterly reviews
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support financial reporting activities and resolve accounting-related inquiries
• Assist with business process improvements and IT system enhancements that increase efficiency and accuracy within the accounting department
• Manage workload independently, track progress against deadlines, and communicate key updates without prompting
• Provide support for additional financial, accounting, and operational needs, as well as other projects and duties as assigned
• Participate in ad-hoc projects and analyses as needed based on business development
• Promote and demonstrate the behaviors consistent with CoreSite's Culture and Core Values